Ferry from Aberdeen to Lerwick
Route map
Ferry connections Aberdeen - Lerwick
Route at a glance
| Operator | Duration (hrs:min) | Sailings per operating day | Operating days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northlink Ferries | 12:30–14:30 | 1 | 138 |
Fares by vehicle
- Foot passenger
- €29
- Car
- €175
- Motorcycle
- €72
- Bicycle
- €37
- Motorhome
- €186
- Minibus
- €246
Lowest fare among bookable sailings, not a fixed price.
Season and frequency
Aug
1
Sep
1
Oct
1
Nov
1
Dec
1
Sailings per operating day
Peak seasonShoulder seasonLow season
Timetable
Date
Ports and terminals
Aberdeen
Town port
- Terminals
- Aberdeen Ferry Terminal, Jamieson's Quay, AB11 5NP
- Location
- Castlehill and Pittodrie, Aberdeen, Schottland
- Waters
- Nordsee
Lerwick
Town port
- Terminals
- Lerwick Ferry Terminal, Holmsgarth Road, ZE1 0PR
- Location
- Lerwick, Shetland, Schottland
- Waters
- Nordsee
Frequently asked questions about the Aberdeen - Lerwick ferry
Crossing time
How long does the ferry from Aberdeen to Lerwick take?+
The crossing from Aberdeen to Lerwick takes 14 hours 30 minutes on average. Depending on the departure, the crossing takes between 12 hours 30 minutes and 14 hours 30 minutes.
Timetable
How often does the ferry from Aberdeen to Lerwick run?+
The ferry from Aberdeen to Lerwick runs daily. The exact departure times are in the timetable on this page.
Operator
Which ferry company sails from Aberdeen to Lerwick?+
Northlink Ferries serves the Aberdeen - Lerwick route.
Vehicles
Can I take a vehicle on the Aberdeen - Lerwick ferry?+
Yes. The timetable lists prices for cars, motorcycles, bicycles, campervans and minibuses. The starting prices for each vehicle class are shown on this page and apply to the next bookable departures.